Mark Williams hails ‘balls of steel’ as epic black-ball win vs Higgins breaks 40-year World Snooker Championship record

MARK Williams has become the oldest Snooker World Championship semi-finalist for 40 years after winning a Crucible classic against John Higgins.

This battle between two members of the Class of 92 lived up to its heavyweight billing and was decided in the 25th frame – and on the final black.

PAMark Williams and John Higgins put on a stunning show at the Crucible[/caption] TNTA delighted Williams punched the air after his 13-12 win[/caption] TNTHiggins had won four straight...